Associate Scientific Director

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom IQVIA Full time

IQVIA™ Medical Communications (IMC) is seeking an Associate Scientific Director to ideate and lead the development of a range of medical and scientific communication solutions (including, but not limited to scientific platforms, medical plans, publication plans, advisory boards, and steering committees), while helping to grow our business.

Who We Are

IQVIA™ is a global leader in bringing together data, technology, advanced analytics, and human science expertise to help the healthcare industry make better decisions, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Thanks to our unique position within IQVIA™, the Medical Communications division provides offerings that extend well beyond those of a traditional agency to support this mission.

Our tightly knit team includes practice area leads, strategists, project and event managers, operations specialists, plus content and design professionals. Together, we create fit-for-purpose communication strategies and deliverables across the full product lifecycle from clinical development through approval and post-launch. Incorporating the latest research in adult learning and behavioral science enables us to effectively engage diverse audiences to effect change.

We are a highly collaborative and intellectually curious group of people located in 12 countries across 4 continents. We are continually pushing each other to improve our solutions, drawing on our unique blend of backgrounds and experience.

The Associate Scientific Director, Medical Communications Position

This position is home-based with frequent collaboration with a globally distributed team. IQVIA™ offers a competitive salary and great benefits, including a profit-related annual bonus.

Key Responsibilities
 

You will lead the development of a range of medical and scientific communication solutions, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and impact across various therapeutic areas in support of client objectives through the following activities:

Act as Scientific Lead for the development and delivery of a range of programs and projects from business development through to profitable program execution.Independently (or with oversight on atypical projects) create forward-thinking, high-quality communications strategies for multi-faceted programs, using understanding of therapy area, market, and client objectives.Lead meetings with relevant stakeholders, presenting scientific/clinical concepts and facilitating discussions as required.Independently coordinate and ensure consistent production of high-quality deliverables according to the needs and objectives of the client, intended audience, and delivery modality, while meeting compliance, deadline, and scope requirements.Design, develop, and review deliverables to improve them in scope.Coach and mentor team members; assist in training. Provide scientific counsel, expertise, and strategic advice as a subject matter expert across a range of communications deliverables. Grow the business with existing and new clients:Act as content lead in the development and delivery of new business proposals and RFIs/RFPs.Lead on project specifications and cost estimates, working closely with business development and project teams.Identify new solutions and services.Elevate our profile as a best-in-class reputable brand of IQVIA in part by participating in relevant industry forums, contributing to thought leadership and marketing articles, and establishing a reputation and network within the wider industry. Participate in the operational management of assigned communications activities and work closely with senior colleagues to achieve business targets. Contribute to, or oversee, the development and implementation of department standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality measures, and working practices to meet industry standards, client expectations and targets. Travel to local or international face-to-face client meetings, congresses, or other meeting types, if needed (up to 10% of contracted hours per year).

Qualifications
 

Advanced degree in medical or scientific discipline (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Extensive (6+ years) prior experience in medical and scientific communications including review/QC responsibilities, proposal/business development, and scientific direction in a variety of therapeutic areas, preferably within an agency environment. Native English speaker or bilingual/proficient level of academic English. Exemplary writing and content development skills in PowerPoint and Word, to a standard appropriate for mentoring junior staff and providing QC sign-off. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills with proven ability to build and maintain effective work and client relationships. Proven mentorship, project leadership, and business development skills. Full understanding of current industry code of practice guidelines and their implications. Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry and ability to effectively drive strategy. Strategic ability, deep therapeutic expertise, and creative ability to serve as scientific lead for a range of medical and scientific communication solutions.

Who You Are

Empathetic:

You have high emotional intelligence and are adept at understanding and appreciating the perspective of others. You can effectively gather insights from diverse subject matter experts and solve problems cross-functionally. You see the value in getting the most out of client relationships and can partner with internal IQVIA stakeholders to ensure that the best interests of our business and clients are managed with care.

Agile:

You adapt to change with hope and purpose. You can stay organized while working on multiple projects simultaneously with changing timelines and priorities within a growing team. In addition to being highly collaborative, you also welcome the feedback of others for continual improvement.

Resourceful:

You show resourcefulness, proactively solving problems by independently researching and proposing potential solutions. You seek to continually build on your foundation of knowledge. Being open to trying new things, you approach problem-solving with creativity.

Join us to forge a career with greater purpose, make an impact, and never stop learning.

#Li-Remote

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at

  • Associate Scientific Director

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Carrot Pharma Recruitment Full time

    Associate Scientific Director – Global Medical Communications Agency – Fully RemoteThe CompanyIndependent agency with approximately 100 employees in the UK and US – known for being scientific, creative, innovative, and disruptiveExciting career prospects and great opportunities for growthA top-notch team that is always coming up with new ideas and...

  • Associate Scientific Director

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Bioscript Group Full time

    **Ignite Your Career: Join Bioscript Group as an Associate Scientific Director** Are you ready to lead the charge with scientific brilliance and strategic insight? Bioscript Group invites you to embark on an extraordinary journey as an Associate Scientific Director in our UK team. Here, you'll be at the forefront of shaping scientific excellence and...

  • Associate Scientific Director

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Immunocore Full time

    Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Europe & International) Vacancy Name Associate Director, Medical Affairs (Europe & International) Employment Type Permanent IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient...

  • Associate Scientific Director

    2 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Health Unlimited Full time

    We are Health Unlimited and we are looking for an Associate Scientific Director to join our Medical Education team, Rock Unlimited. We work for pharmaceutical, medical device and consumer health companies, government agencies, medical societies and advocacy organisations. Our therapeutic areas include: CNS; dermatology; gastro-enterology; haemophilia;...

  • Associate Scientific Director

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Langland Full time

    Company Description **Who we are** Langland, a Publicis Health company, is the only health communications agency that thinks further across Clinical Trial Experience, Medical Strategy & Education, Public Relations & Policy, and Advertising, to create unique value with visionary clients. **What we believe** Health brings us together. In the diseases we...

  • Serm Associate Scientific Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom GSK Full time

    **Site Name**: Belgium-Wavre, UK - London **Posted Date**: Nov 22 2023 **About the role**: The role of an associated scientific director is to provide medical/scientific expertise in the safety evaluation and risk management of key GSK assets in clinical development and/or the post-marketing setting; and to ensure scientifically sound review and...

  • Senior Associate Scientific Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom The Lockwood Group, LLC Full time

    This position I based remotely (working from home). About Lockwood : Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. Our clients count on us to challenge their assumptions and help them...

  • Senior Associate Scientific Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom The Lockwood Group, LLC Full time

    This position I based remotely (working from home). About Lockwood : Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. Our clients count on us to challenge their assumptions and help them...

  • Senior Associate Scientific Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom The Lockwood Group, LLC Full time

    This position I based remotely (working from home). About Lockwood : Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. Our clients count on us to challenge their assumptions and help them...

  • Associate Scientific Director

    2 months ago

    London, United Kingdom The Lockwood Group, LLC Full time

    This position can be based remotely (working from home). **About Lockwood**:Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. Our clients count on us to challenge their assumptions and help them...

  • Scientific Director

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom X4 Group Full time

    **Scientific Director** A rare opportunity to join a leading MedComms agency as a Scientific Director, co leading an account as a publications lead. **The Role** As Scientific Director, you will co-lead the account with another Senior Scientific Director and collaborate with Client Services partners. Its an exciting time to be joining as the account is at...

  • Scientific Director

    9 hours ago

    London, United Kingdom X4 Communications Full time

    Scientific Director Scientific Director London - Hybrid - UK based £65,000 to £90,000 DOEA full service medcomms agency is currently looking for a Scientific Director to join. It will be a great opportunity to work alongside a great team, working on a variety including Award–winning Creative Campaigns, Design and Branding, Medical Education etc.For...

  • Scientific Director

    9 hours ago

    London, United Kingdom X4 Communications Full time

    Scientific Director Scientific Director London - Hybrid - UK based £65,000 to £90,000 DOEA full service medcomms agency is currently looking for a Scientific Director to join. It will be a great opportunity to work alongside a great team, working on a variety including Award–winning Creative Campaigns, Design and Branding, Medical Education etc.For...

  • Medical Scientific Director

    2 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Blackfield Associates Full time

    Medical Director, EU, Oncology Blackfield Associates are currently partnering with a Mid-Sized Pharmaceutical Organization in the search for a Medical Director for Europe to work across their Oncology Portfolio. Lead the development and execution of the EU medical affairs strategies in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders including the...

  • Medical Scientific Director

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Blackfield Associates Full time

    Medical Director, EU, Oncology Blackfield Associates are currently partnering with a Mid-Sized Pharmaceutical Organization in the search for a Medical Director for Europe to work across their Oncology Portfolio. Lead the development and execution of the EU medical affairs strategies in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders including the...

  • Associate Scientific Director, Clinical Biomarker

    3 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Moderna Full time

    **The Role**: Moderna is seeking a talented, experienced, and motivated Associate Director to join the UK Clinical Biomarker Laboratory to serve as a scientific expert and point of contact for the oversight of Immunoassay development, validation, and clinical testing adhering to GCLP (Good Clinical Laboratory Practices) guidelines to support programs across...

  • Scientific Director

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Carrot Pharma Recruitment Full time

    Scientific Director – Pubs and Med affairs – Fully remote USA (East Coast or Central based)The CompanySmall independent agency – agility to make quick decision, flexible and able offer individual working patterns and arrangements, seeks to understand the whole person.Broad range of accounts with publications and medical affairs work.Variety of therapy...

  • Scientific Director

    1 week ago

    London, United Kingdom Nucleus Global Full time

    at Nucleus Global (View all jobs) London, United Kingdom Nucleus Global are looking to hire a Scientific Director to lead a new medical affairs team. Your experience developing and reviewing content within a MedComms setting will be a vital factor, along with experience building strong trusted clients and effectively managing scientific writers. You will be...

  • Scientific Director

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Nordsterne Full time

    Work where you can be your best you. Join Two Labs (part of the Envision Pharma Group) as we continue to grow our business About us Two Labs, founded in 2003, is a leading pharmaceutical services company that partners with pharma/biotech companies. At Two Labs, we understand no two product paths are alike. We deliver integrated and customized commercial...

  • Fully Remote Associate Scientific Director

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom GRAIL Full time

    GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. GRAIL is focused on alleviating the global burden of cancer by developing pioneering technology to detect and identify multiple deadly cancer types early. The company is using the power of next-generation sequencing, population-scale clinical studies, and...